2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche and 2008 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,299 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Meriva weights approximately 114 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Avalanche | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5299 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 53 L |
